Unexpected Elements Science of the future
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Jan 9, 2026 
Dr. Fatima Ebrahimi, a plasma physicist from Princeton, reveals the exhilarating world of nuclear fusion. She clarifies how fusion mimics the sun’s energy creation and requires extreme conditions to succeed. The discussion uncovers the revolutionary potential of clean energy through fusion and the engineering challenges that still lie ahead. Fatima's insights ignite curiosity about how this technology could transform our power grids in the near future!
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Guitar Experiment Underwater
- Caroline Steel narrates dunking a guitar in a tank to answer a listener's question.
- Her experiment with Aquasonic showed strings produce little sound underwater, disproving playability.
Animal Organs For Human Transplants
- Xenotransplantation uses gene editing to make animal organs more compatible with humans.
- Edd Gent says engineered pig organs have reached month-long survival in human recipients, showing real potential.
Use Vaccines And Screening To End Cervical Cancer
- Vaccinate before sexual activity and screen regularly to prevent cervical cancer.
- Phyllis Mwatee notes WHO targets (90% vaccinated, 70% screened, 90% treated) to drive elimination.